The 2008 Scion xB: Boxy is Sexy
thefastlane | 01 June, 2007 03:08
You may say it’s an odd looking car, but let me tell you this - the boxy styling is totally gorgeous and one of a kind! Nothing compares to the Scion xB’s charm and features. If given a chance, I’d be happy to own this vehicle. You know why? Because the inside, out and under of this vehicle are so fabulous! I’m talking about the exterior, interior and its engine performance.
Let me give you some clue of what I’m talking about - here’re some of the special features of the all-new 2007 Scion xB!
- increased wheelbase by four inches
- 16-inch steel wheels
- 10.83-inch ventilated discs in the front and 10.98-inch disc brakes in the rear
- for a lounge-like in
- 21.7 cubic feet of cargo area at the back of the rear seats
- A fixed tray is placed below the rear seats for hidden storeroom and can contain small items like magazines, cameras, laptops, cell phone chargers and CDs etc.
- standard 160-watt maximum output Pioneer audio system
- it features iPod connectivity and a mini-jack port
- xB's optional premium audio system has rear head unit outputs permitting for the addition of external amps to boost power to additional speakers and subwoofers
- key Scion audio system features such as Scion Sound Processing (SSP) with a user-customizable welcome screen, MP3 and WMA capability, Automatic Sound Leveling (ASL) and Sound Retouch Technology (SRT
- 2.4 L dual overhead-cam four-cylinder engine with Variable Valve Timing with intelligence (VVT-i) which produces 158 horsepower
- including power steering, windows, door locks and mirrors
- remote keyless entry
- four-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS) with Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA)
- dazzling turn signals and headlights
- driver and front passenger dual stage airbags; front seat-mounted side airbags; front and rear side curtain airbags
- Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) with Traction Control (TRAC); first-aid kit; and tilt steering wheel with audio control
- Exterior color palette for the new xB includes Super White, Classic Silver Metallic, Black Sand Pearl, Nautical Blue Metallic, Blackberry Crush Metallic and Hypnotic Teal Mica.
- xBs will feature high-quality dark charcoal interior fabric.